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Art is not made to decorate rooms. It is an offensive weapon in the defense against the enemy.
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La peinture n’est pas faite pour décorer des appartements. C’est un instrument de guerre offensive et défensive contre l’ennemi.
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La pintura no se ha inventado para adornar las habitaciones. La pintura es un arma ofensiva, en la defensa contra el enemigo.
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Les lettres françaises (1943-03-24)

 

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